There are a number of storage performance benchmarks that provide a standardized way to compare storage systems from various vendors. The problem is there are few, if any, data centers that have a workload that is exactly like those benchmarks. 622 more words

User experience, user experience, user experience. This is what defines successful VDI implementations over failed ones. Right now, if you have remote workers accessing a virtual desktop using PCoIP, you’re probably doing it wrong. 242 more words

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This is a good time for me to think about alternative ideas for next semester. For this RES701 assignment though, research proposols, research-project proposols, and project proposals are the ones that fit the marking best. 865 more words